“Graduating
from PBU
gives you
far more
than a degree.
A PBU
grad has
a reputation,
a family,
and a mission.”

- Justin Grow '10, Levittown, PA, M.S. Education

At Philadelphia Biblical University our students walk a different path.

There are many choices facing today's college students. We believe you should learn all you can about the schools you are considering because making the best choice for you is important.

PBU is an academic community, like any university. But we are more than that. The faculty, staff, and students here are deeply committed to Christ, the mission of the school, and one another. It is our privilege to lead PBU and to know the students who study here personally. We have worked together for nearly 16 years, both joining the faculty at about the same time. We’ve spent countless hours talking about our work of teaching and the vision for a biblical university. Today, we serve as President and Provost at PBU because we believe this is important work and that something special happens here.

We’ve seen our students change as they learn and grow and become mature in every aspect of their lives. We’ve taught in the classrooms here and know that what we teach and how we teach challenges students. We’ve kept in touch with students who have graduated and gone on to do significant and exciting work. The mission of PBU speaks for itself. Read it carefully. It’s what we’re all about.

Philadelphia Biblical University exists to educate students to serve Christ in the church, society, and the world as biblically minded, well-educated, and professionally competent men and women of character.

We talk with students often about these words. We know that they understand the mission and that their lives have all been impacted by it.

“At PBU, we learn to value education not simply as a means to a job but as a lifestyle. We learn to think critically about the world and actively participate in it.”

- Alex Demarco '11, Chandler, AZ, Liberal Arts

Every college or university education is centered on something: a philosophy, a worldview, a set of core beliefs. Choosing a school that has the right things at the center will make all the difference.

At PBU we are intentional about keeping Jesus Christ and the Word of God at the center of all we do.

From the curriculum to student ministries and campus activities like the arts and athletics, Christ and the Word hold us together. At PBU, biblical integration and the cultivation of wisdom are not hard to find.

At first glance PBU’s academic offerings may appear limited. But if you look closely

you will see over 50 programs and a broad range of academic opportunities

to form the skills, habits, and worldview necessary to live out your faith and succeed at your work. Every student earns a degree in Bible and many students earn another degree in a variety of fields such as a:

Bachelor of Science in
Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Education

Bachelor of Music or

Bachelor of Social Work.

Students may focus their electives in a particular concentration, or add a professional minor to their programs. They can also enroll in dual-level degree programs earning an undergraduate and graduate degree together. You will be challenged.

School of Arts and Sciences

Because PBU believes that all truth is God’s truth and that Christians can and should be well-educated and knowledgeable about humanity and the world we live in, the liberal arts are an integral part of every student’s education. The School of Arts and Sciences faculty introduce students to the traditional subjects within the humanities, arts, and sciences but teach them in a way that expands intellectual and cultural horizons, stretching each student’s ability to think critically about all areas of life and learning.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible
• • Liberal Arts
• • General Studies

School of Bible and Ministry

The School of Bible and Ministry faculty are committed to strengthening students’ faith and understanding of God’s Word while building in them an increasing appreciation for and confidence in the Bible. A serious study of the Bible, together with liberal arts and professional studies, develops in students biblical wisdom and a perspective that enables them to think deeply about the difficult issues of life and work in this world. Students at PBU are challenged to know what they believe and why.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible
• • Bible Ministries
• • Bible Ministries and Youth Ministries
• • Biblical Studies
• • Camping Ministries
• • Church Ministries Interdisciplinary
• • Missions Ministry
• • Pastoral Ministries
• • Pastoral Ministries: Pre-seminary
• • Youth Ministries


GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
• M.S. in Bible
• Master of Divinity


Learn more at
pbu.edu/Bible

School of Education

Students in the School of Education study the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching and learning. Undergraduate and graduate programs provide students with thorough preparation and credentials for teaching in public, private, Christian, and international schools. PBU teacher education students benefit from an approach committed to the highest degree of professional preparation and the thorough integration of a biblical worldview.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible
• • Bible Education K-12
• • Preschool-Kindergarten Education
• • Secondary Bible and History Education


• B.S. in Bible and B.S. in Education
• • Elementary/Early Childhood Education (PK-4)
• • Elementary/Early Childhood Ed. (PK-4) with Special Ed. (K-8)
• • Health and Physical Education K-12
• • Elementary/Middle Level Education (4-8)
• • Elementary/Middle Level Ed. (4-8) with Special Ed. (K-8)
• • Secondary English Education
• • Secondary Mathematics Education
• • Secondary Social Science Education
• • Secondary Social Studies Education
• • TESOL (may be added to any certification program)

DUAL-LEVEL DEGREE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible / M.S. in Education

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
• M.S. in Educational Leadership and Administration
• M.S. in Edcuation

PA public school, ACSI, TESOL, and K-12 Principal certifications available.

Learn more at
pbu.edu/Education

School of Music and
Performing Arts

In the School of Music and Performing Arts, students benefit from a classically based, academically demanding, and artistically sound study of music. Students are involved in ensembles and musical performances which complement their classroom study. As a result, they become music professionals in composition, performance, education, or the church. Faculty in the School of Music and Performing Arts are not only outstanding performers, composers, church musicians, and educators, but also mentors dedicated to their students’ development as scholars and musicians.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible and Bachelor of Music
• • Church Music
• • Church Music: Worship Leader
• • Music Composition
• • Music Education K-12
• • Music Performance


• B.S. in Bible and B.S. in Education
• • Church Music

Learn more at
pbu.edu/Music

Department of
Christian Counseling

The Christian Counseling programs at PBU provide the necessary foundation for counseling ministry or practice, emphasizing the development of personal, spiritual, intellectual, and interpersonal maturity necessary for counseling others. All of this is done with a commitment to caring for others in a biblically and professionally responsible way. Faculty in the Department of Christian Counseling are practitioners, serving in both ministry and professional counseling practices, so students acquire from professionals the skill sets necessary to counsel in a variety of contexts.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible
• • Discipleship Counseling

DUAL-LEVEL DEGREE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible / M.S. in Christian Counseling
• B.S. in Bible / M.S. in Christian Counseling - Youth Ministries

Department of Social Work

The world needs spiritually and professionally qualified individuals, characterized by grace and compassion, who will provide competent interventions that can make a real difference. Students who want to do this work find studying Social Work at PBU invaluable. We prepare students to meet the needs of others by learning in community and focusing on the application of classroom learning in the field. Faculty in the Department of Social Work mentor students and help them process the implications of biblical truth to complex social and ethical responsibilities.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible and Bachelor of Social Work
• B.S. in Bible
• • Social Service Interdisciplinary

SOCIAL WORK MINOR
Professional minor can be added to any bachelor's degree program.


Learn more at
pbu.edu/SocialWork

School of Business and
Leadership

In America today more business degrees are conferred upon college graduates than any other. But succeeding in business is about more than getting a job, and the marketplace needs more than graduates with business degrees. Business is influential and people in business shape the world we live in. Students in the School of Business and Leadership receive an education that prepares them professionally and personally through the development of business skills, ethics, integrity, and character. A biblical worldview is integrated in every class, whether business communications, accounting, or organizational leadership.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible and B.S. in Business Administration

DUAL-LEVEL DEGREE PROGRAMS
• B.S. in Bible / Master of Business Administration
• B.S. in Bible / M.S. in Organizational Leadership

Additional Academic Offerings
& Accreditations

STUDY ABROAD
PBU students have the opportunity to participate in BestSemester, the study abroad program of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. BestSemester includes a total of ten different semester programs and one summer program. Students can also take advantage of PBU’s partnership with Jerusalem University College, where they can spend a semester in a unique setting for study of the land, language, history, and culture of the Bible.

HONORS PROGRAM
Students can take part in the Honors Program, a biblically centered, interdisciplinary course of study culminating in the Honors thesis. In writing the thesis, students choose a research topic designed to bring together all aspects of their education. Working closely with an advisor, students learn and apply the essential skills of researching and writing a thesis.

ROTC
Students can participate in Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Programs. More information is available through the Registrar’s Office.

ACCREDITATIONS
Click here for a full list of PBU's Institutional and Programatic accreditations.

Bible and Israel
One-Year Program

The Bible and Israel Program in the School of Bible and Ministry is a 36-credit certificate program which can build toward a bachelor’s degree. As a group, students and faculty engage in an ongoing discussion and study of the Bible with an emphasis on the land and people of Israel.

Courses emphasize the significance of current cultural and contemporary trends and events as they pertain to the people and land of Israel today. Students have a unique opportunity to experience Israel and the surrounding Bible lands on an optional two-week study tour.




Learn more at
pbu.edu/BibleIsrael

Wisconsin Wilderness Campus
One-Year Program

The Wisconsin Wilderness Campus (WWC) of PBU is located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, offering students a dynamic 32-credit university experience that builds a foundation for further academic study, character development, and spiritual growth. A competitive program limited to 35 students, WWC focuses on rigorous academic study within a small group context.

The Wisconsin Wilderness Campus staff and visiting faculty extend the classroom experience to include resident life, work programs, small group activities, recreational experiences, and service in the local community. These elements encourage the development of biblical wisdom which in turn impacts how students make decisions through life. The staff at WWC live and work together with students, guiding as they learn, and helping them to develop a framework for learning and living.

Learn more at
pbu.edu/WWC

“At PBU, I have been confronted with the reality of what it means to be a part of the body of Christ. We wrestle daily with what it means to be a community - how to take responsibility for ourselves and one another, how our personal rights intersect with the greater good, how to defer to one another, how to be mutually obligated to one another, and how to need one another and be needed in healthy ways.”

- Marissa Rumpf-Lauer '12, Orwigsburg, PA,

Secondary English Education with TESOL

“Seing how my professors conduct themselves professionally, along with the respect I already have for them, has inspired me to act similarly. Their continued commitment to Christ instills in me the same drive for His glory in all areas of life.”

- John Geating '10, Abington, PA, Biblical Studies

Because of the way we do what we do, our students stand out. And they are sought out.

Employers, graduate schools, and ministries seek PBU graduates because they are living examples of our mission statement.

You will be made ready for your life and work in the church, society, and the world. You will be strengthened in your faith, and encouraged to keep seeking truth and serving God. If our students earned degrees and simply went out to work with no view of God’s purposes and no sense of the importance of their life lived well, we would be wasting our time. Being a Christian is more than that.

We want our students to be inspired to live an intentional life of obedient service to Christ. We teach all subjects in view of the Bible’s teaching. Our professors care about and know their students. They are examples to them and invest in them and guide them. And that is inspiring.

The best way to practice what you learn is to do. And PBU students do. Not just after graduation but while they’re here. There are many opportunities for students to be involved in the University, the community, and one another’s lives. Student groups, performing arts, athletics, mission trips, service projects, campus events, professional program activities, conferences, and clubs provide for a dynamic campus life that enriches the total PBU experience.

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Admission Requirements

Admission requirement details are available online here.

Financial Aid

Paying for a university education can be a daunting task. At PBU, we understand that and do all that we can to help students afford a high-quality, biblically based, private education. We will partner with you to help you find every financial aid benefit available.

Over 85% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance. Merit scholarships and grants of up to $10,000 per year are offered by the Admissions Office to entering freshmen and transfer students based on high school and/or college academic records.

Some students have found that their merit scholarships and need-based financial aid together brought the overall cost of PBU down to the level of some public institutions.

We participate in federal and state need-based grants, loans, and work study programs so that you can take advantage of every opportunity.

Learn more at pbu.edu/FinancialAid

Fast Facts

“I see biblical integration in all of my classes. In Political Science we talked about the nature of humanity in light of the Bible and how in turn we function in politics. In Human and Cultural Diversity we discussed the uniqueness of all people, made in the image of God.”

- Jenna Detter '11, Lititz, PA, Social Work with TESOL

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